Consultant Acne Treatment for Burgess Hill

Persistent, cystic or scarring acne that has not responded to first-line treatment usually needs a consultant dermatologist, who can prescribe and monitor stronger options including isotretinoin. We treat the full range and assess scarring as part of the same care.

It always starts with an accurate diagnosis of the type and severity of your acne, which decides the right treatment.

The consultant reviews your history and what you have tried, examines your skin, and sets out a staged plan with a realistic timescale.

Treatment runs from medical-grade topicals and oral options to isotretinoin for severe or scarring acne, prescribed and monitored closely throughout the course.

You see a consultant from the first appointment. Dr Pallavi Gupta leads on acne and hormonal skin, and our consultants hold Royal College of Physicians and British Association of Dermatologists memberships. No referral is needed.

Our nearest clinic is Nuffield Health Haywards Heath, Burrell Road (RH16 1UD), around four miles from Burgess Hill, a ten-minute drive or a couple of stops on the train. The clinic sees patients aged 16 and over.

Isotretinoin is a powerful option for severe or scarring acne that has not responded to other treatments, and it can be highly effective. Because it needs careful oversight, it is prescribed and monitored by a consultant throughout the course, including regular review.

The consultant will talk you through what to expect, how long a typical course runs, and the monitoring involved, so you can make an informed decision before starting.

Burgess Hill patients can book directly at Haywards Heath, minutes away. Fees are confirmed upfront. Some insurers no longer cover acne treatment, so many patients self-pay, and costs are always explained first.